Governor Aldrich Sidney's Visit Draws Crowds
Governor Aldrich arrived in Sidney with State Engineer Price after viewing Kimball irrigation. A cold blizzard raged as citizens gathered for a Welcome at the depot and a high school auditorium address on Progressive Citizenship. The governor spoke for an hour and a half, drawing praise from supporters and critics alike amid a state reception hosted by the school.
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Aldrich
Sidney
Commercial Club
Price
Kimball
High School
J. L. McIntosh
Nebraska
Washington's Birthday Address at Sidney Schools
Sidney High School observed Washington's Birthday with an address by J. L. McIntosh. He praised George Washington as father of the country and Abraham Lincoln as a beacon of genius and humanity, highlighting their virtues, hardships, and leadership that shaped the nation and inspired students.
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Washington
Sidney
J. L. McIntosh
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
McIntosh
Lincoln
Asia
Alexander
Caesar
Napoleon
Gladstone
Sidney High School
Governor Adrich Visit Heavily Attended by Local Officials
A formal visit by Governor Adrich drew strong local interest as his party traveled through Sidney stopping for the night and departing for the North Platte Valley at nine o'clock Tuesday morning.
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Aldrich
Sidney
North Platte Valley
Handsome Lodge Ceremony Adds Seven New Members
Sidney Lodge No. 176 Ancient Order of United Workmen held a Thursday evening initiation with flags and Washington picture lit by electric lights. Master Workman Fred Griffith presided as seven candidates were admitted and talks under Good of the Order followed a fine oyster supper by Frank Ackerman. New members: Ernest Stuht Edward Mallock John Wagner Clifford Van Volkenburg Henry Kolbe Ralph Ribble Lester Scott. Next session March 14 plans a new class.
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Washington
Sidney Lodge No
Ancient Order of United Workmen
Fred Griffith
Frank Ackerman
Ernest Stuht
Edw. Mallock
John Wagner
Clifford van Volkenburg
Henry Kolbe
Ralph Ribble
Lester Scott
Mrs Elston takes charge of restaurant premises
Mrs Elston has recently assumed management of the restaurant formerly run by Mr. Smith and will offer regular meals and short orders. J C Fuller plans a barber shop and bath rooms in the Miles building basement and, via a deal with Mr. Miles, becomes owner of the shop.
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Mrs. Elston
Mr. Smith
J. C. Fuller
Miles
Mr. Miles
Sid ney Sewer Bond Election Placed For March 25
Citizens urged to rally behind the proposed Sid ney sewer system and vote yes to sewer bonds on March 25, framing sewerage as a community necessity and a safeguard for the cemetery.
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Sidney
Horse Thieves Sentenced to State Penitentiary
Judge Grimes sentenced George King and Raymond Johnson to indeterminate terms not less than one year for horse stealing. They pled guilty to stealing three horses belonging to Jacob Eckert of Ickes. Prisoners were taken to Lincoln by Sheriff McDaniel after sentencing.
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Grimes
George King
Raymond Johnson
State
Sidney
Jacob Eckert
Ickes
McDaniel
Lincoln
Sidney Military Band Promises Free Tobin Opera House Concert
A free band concert by the Sidney Military Band will be at the Tobin Opera House on Tuesday evening February 27 at 8 o clock. Director T H Lynch submits a program including Stars and Stripes Forever The Prince of Tonight Love Speaks La Paloma and Alexander s Rag Time Band among others. Audience urged to attend to support local music efforts.
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Tobin Opera House
Sidney Military Band
T. H. Lynch
J. A. Bowes
Jose Howard
Holzmann
Amina
Paul Linde
Ben Jerome
Yradier
Alexander
Engelman
Sidney
Meeting of The Woman's Club at Mrs McClanaghan Home
The Belle M. Stoutenborough Club met last Saturday at Mrs John McClanaghan s home. After business Mrs C C Callahan led Table talk on True Refinement. Mrs Corbett read a Federation communication. Mrs T B Dawson gave a paper on The Stolen Blessing focusing on Rebekah. A spelling match followed and prizes awarded to Mrs Stokes and Mrs Shipman won a china plate consolation. The next seating is planned with Mrs Beebe on April 6.
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Belle M. Stoutenborough Club
John McClanaghan
C. C. Callahan
Corbett
Federation of Woman’s Clubs
T. B. Dawson
Rebeccah
Advertised Letters List in Sidney Nebraska 1912
Sidney Nebraska post office lists unclaimed letters dated February 24 1912 with names including E V Jillison John A Nelson A Meal Rolie Hensley W W Van Eaton Miss Rebecca Shrear Vern Smith M Jillson C Evans D H Dickson D M Master Henry Miller EB Slatter and Joan T McIntosh Postmaster note asks callers to say advertised Also new line of late books at Jacksons Furniture Co.
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Sidney, Neb
Sidney Post Office
E V. Jillison
John A. Nelson
Rolie Hensley
W. van Eaton
Rebecca Shrear
Vern Smith
M Jillson C
Evans D. H. Dickson
D. M
Henry Miller
EB. Slatter
Joan T. McIntosh
Leap Year Dance at Hardy's Hall in Sidney
One of Sidney's most charming social events, a leap year dance hosted by Sid ney's young women at Hardy's hall. Mrs Stokes provided music as guests enjoyed punch and courteous reception. Unique decorations and placards explained the night as a notable social success.
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Hardy’s Hall
Sidney
Domestic Science at Mrs Ahrens Class in Sidney High School
In Sidney High School class D of domestic science met at Mrs Milt Ahrens home for a cookie and doughnut making lesson. Mrs Ahrens demonstrated recipes while students copied them and were served cookies doughnuts and fruit. The session was described as profitable and helpful for their future.
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Sidney High School
Milt Ahrens
Basketball with Sterling Tonight at Sidney High
After months of negotiation Sidney High School secures a basketball game with Sterling. The contest is set for this evening in the high school gym and may be the last game of the season. Sterling is known for a strong team and the matchup promises a thrilling finish. A large attendance is hoped for.
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Sidney High School
Sterling
Robinson Ice Cream Factory Establishes in Sidney
The Robinson Ice Cream Factory opens in Sidney after fitting a complete plant in the Ice and Cold Storage Building. Mr. Robinson serves wholesale trade, already receives major local patronage, supplies Dalton with ice cream, and earned a governor’s reception sherbet order, signaling strong future prospects.
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Robinson Ice Cream
Sidney
Robinson
Dalton
Birth Of A Nine Pound Girl For Mr And Mrs Robert Barlow
The Telegraph notes the birth Sunday morning of a nine pound girl to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barlow. Congratulations are extended from the Telegraph and their numerous friends.
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Robert Barlow
The
Telegraph
Governor Aldrich Praised Sidney High Students At Honor Reception
Governor Aldrich praised the Sidney High School students for their quantity and quality as they greeted him during a reception in his honor. The remarks highlighted the students' enthusiasm and the community's support during the visit.
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Aldrich
Sidney High School
Railroad Notes Highlight Local Moves and Travels
U P Hotel manager Mr Peer left for Rawlins Wy to attend a Shriner celebration. Boilermaker John Quick moved to Columbus for future work. Robert Hustice returned from Cheyenne hospital to resume cashier duties. Governor Aldrich stayed at Union Pacific Hotel Monday night and left via Burlington Tuesday. C W Simon of Western Union vacationed with wife in North Platte. Superintendent Cahill and assistants Grant Schemmerhorn and Carey appeared in Sidney in their private car. C W Johnson from Pine Bluffs works second trick. Ir, Kelly returns to third trick.
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Peer
U. P
Rawlins
Wyoming
Robert Hustice
Cheyenne
Aldrich
Union Pacific
Burlington
C. W. Simon
Western Union
North Platte
Firemen's Ball committee thanks supporters after successful event
The Firemen's Ball committee expresses gratitude to local business men and patrons whose attendance made the annual ball a success. A statement follows detailing appreciation and event impact.
Weddings of the Week SMITH-HAMMER
Daniel M. Smith of Bay City Texas and Ella M. Hammer of Denver were married by County Judge Gapen at his office on Tuesday February 20th.
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Daniel M. Smith
Bay City
Texas
Ella M. Hammer
Denver
Gapen
Library Association plans book shower for first birthday
The Library Association schedules a book shower to celebrate its first anniversary. City and nationwide readers are urged to respond to help build a large library that will move into the new courthouse.
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The
Library Association
Court House
Ed Collins in Sidney on Wednesday
Ed Collins of the South divide was in Sidney on Wednesday handling local business and meeting residents.
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Ed Collins
The
South Divide
Sidney
Exchange event at Essig store by Dorcas Society
The Dorcas Society hosts an Exxchange at the Essig store on Saturday afternoon March 2. Enjoy home cooked items including cakes bread pies and rolls.
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Dorcas Society
Essig
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Washington’s
Sorgum
Workman Lodge
Hitchcock
Thorndike
Baltimore
the Woman's Club
Newline of Lute Books
Jackson's Furniture Co
Bax
Railroad Notes
John Quick
Columbus
Supt. Cahill
Grant, Schemmerhorn and
Carey
C. W. Johnson
Pine Bluffs
Ir. Kelly
Weasels
Smith—Hammer
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